Caffeé des Patriotes - A Patriot's Coffée House

Französische Grafik 1788–1793, 1792

This is a painting of the interior of a coffee house. The scene shows a crowded space with people engaging in various activities like conversation and reading. The room is lit by a large window, with simple decorative elements on the ceiling. The individuals are dressed in period attire from the 18th or early 19th century, with details like tricorn hats and knee-length coats. The setting reflects a social atmosphere typical of coffee houses known for being social and intellectual hubs. This painting is in the style of Thomas Rowlandson.
Artist
Französische Grafik 1788–1793
Date
1792
Type
Print
Medium
color etching and wash manner, printed in blue, red, yellow, and black inks, on laid paper
Dimensions
Overall (outer framing line): 28.1 × 54 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a painting of the interior of a coffee house. The scene shows a crowded space with people engaging in various activities like conversation and reading. The room is lit by a large window, with simple decorative elements on the ceiling. The individuals are dressed in period attire from the 18th or early 19th century, with details like tricorn hats and knee-length coats. The setting reflects a social atmosphere typical of coffee houses known for being social and intellectual hubs. This painting is in the style of Thomas Rowlandson.

Französische Grafik 1788–1793